Faculty/Staff Highlights

Writing Ourselves In 2025 Summer Institute, May 15-16. Register by April 14

April 1, 2025 / Faculty/Staff Highlights

If you assign writing or support student writers, you are invited to attend an interactive learning experience exploring evidence-based strategies to enhance student learning and foster faculty collaboration. This event features Dr. Cate Denial and Nicole Tong. Eligible faculty who complete the Summer Institute and follow-up assignments will receive $500 compensation. Register by April 14 … Continued

Nominations for college standing committees due April 4

April 1, 2025 / Faculty/Staff Highlights

We are seeking members of the college’s standing committees. Nominate yourself to serve on any of these committees or nominate someone else, but please get their permission first before nominating others. What do standing committees do? College standing committees have been created by college leaders and are run by members of the Administrative Council. In the … Continued

Fall 2025 course materials adoptions are due TODAY

April 1, 2025 / Faculty/Staff Highlights

Course material requests/adoptions for fall 2025 are due today. Designated department personnel (not “all faculty”) must submit textbook and course material information through the bookstore adoption portal on NOVA’s website (sign in with your VCCS username) or indicate “no materials required.” (By policy, materials selection is coordinated through deans and associate deans.) Bookstore personnel understand … Continued

Nominations for college standing committees due April 4

March 31, 2025 / Faculty/Staff Highlights

We are seeking members of the college’s standing committees. Nominate yourself to serve on any of these committees or nominate someone else, but please get their permission first before nominating others. What do standing committees do? College standing committees have been created by college leaders and are run by members of the Administrative Council. In the … Continued

Fall 2025 course materials adoptions are due April 1

March 28, 2025 / Faculty/Staff Highlights

Course material requests/adoptions for fall 2025 are due April 1. Designated department personnel (not “all faculty”) must submit textbook and course material information through the bookstore adoption portal on NOVA’s website (sign in with your VCCS username) or indicate “no materials required.” (By policy, materials selection is coordinated through deans and associate deans.) Bookstore personnel understand … Continued

Free Fusion 360 CAD Training for NOVA Faculty

March 28, 2025 / Faculty/Staff Highlights

Unlock the potential of 3D modeling, 3D printing and digital fabrication in your courses with our three-part Fusion 360 CAD training, designed specifically for NOVA faculty. No previous experience is required. Whether you’re looking to introduce new technologies or enhance your existing curriculum, this hands-on series will equip you with the skills to integrate these … Continued

Keystone Concepts in Teaching podcast and raffle

March 27, 2025 / Faculty/Staff Highlights

You are invited to join us in listening to the Keystone Concepts in Teaching podcast from the Stearns Center for Teaching and Learning at George Mason University and to  participate in the listener raffle for NOVA instructors! Keystone Concepts in Teaching is a higher education podcast focused on discussing and sharing impactful teaching strategies that support … Continued

Fall 2025 course materials adoptions are due April 1

March 27, 2025 / Faculty/Staff Highlights

Course material requests/adoptions for fall 2025 are due April 1. Designated department personnel (not “all faculty”) must submit textbook and course material information through the bookstore adoption portal on NOVA’s website (sign in with your VCCS username) or indicate “no materials required.” (By policy, materials selection is coordinated through deans and associate deans.) Bookstore personnel understand … Continued

Dr. Sabrina Ricks on inclusive online teaching strategies, today at 12

March 27, 2025 / Faculty/Staff Highlights

Join this month’s best practice webinar for NOVA faculty to discover research-based and practical strategies for fostering inclusion, engagement and meaningful interaction in hybrid and online courses. Dr. Sabrina Ricks from NOVA’s Manassas Campus will share insights on effective assignment design and real-world examples to help students develop essential skills for academic success and professional … Continued